Chapter 543 Helping the King Punish the Bandits

Chapter 543 Helping the King Punish the Bandits

Early the next morning, Linghu Yanbao sent someone to send the Fancheng personnel and material harvest account that had been counted overnight to the camp. Li Tai also read the account with great expectations, but he was disappointed.

Originally, in his opinion, Nanliang had been at peace for a long time since Xiao Bodhisattva came to power, with little internal strife. Even if there were any external wars, they would not occur in Jianghan. Fancheng, as a big city in the north of Han Dynasty, must have rich savings.

However, Fancheng's arsenal and granary do not have much storage, and other types of supplies are almost non-existent. Originally, he suspected that Liu Fanggui, the guard general, was stealing and moving the city's supplies elsewhere. However, after interrogating many soldiers and civilians in the city, he found out that the city's savings had been transported back to Xiangyang before the war started, and even the defenders' rations were gone. It needs to be delivered from Xiangyang every three days.

The two cities of Xiangyang and Fan have always been evaluated as "Iron-made Xiangyang and paper-made Fancheng". Fancheng has never been known for being unbreakable, so it is understandable that such arrangements were made before the war.

But for the city defenders, there is no sense of security in guarding a city with no material reserves. Especially when Xiangyang on the back road has a bad attitude towards the defenders here, and even shows some malice, which makes Fancheng become a A rootless tree with no way to attach itself.

Although the material harvest is not much, it is quite impressive in other aspects. There are nearly 10,000 soldiers and civilians in the city, and there are not many battle losses or escapes. Most of them are settled in the city and undergoing reorganization. This is naturally a huge gain.

In addition, there are nearly twenty boats of various sizes moored at Shuizha Pier in the south of the city, which is also quite impressive. In particular, the city of Fancheng itself was handed over intact. If we continue to attack Xiangyang based on this, it will undoubtedly be the best base to advance.

The powerful men in Jingzhou were extremely excited about taking Fancheng. They had lived in this town for generations, and they had been at odds with the Liang people for a long time. In their memory, no Wei generals had advanced to this point. So they rushed into Fancheng one after another, stood on the city wall and looked at the Han River in front of them and Xiangyang across the water. They couldn't help but feel proud and longing for the future.

Xiangyang responded quickly. In the morning, another messenger ship arrived at the north coast. Li Quji stayed in Xiangyang to accompany his lord Li Xiao. Only the messenger brought back a handwritten letter and token to confirm to Li Tai that the matter was true.

Although he knew yesterday that this matter was probably not false and the so-called confirmation of dispatching personnel was just a delaying measure, Li Tai felt calmer after seeing Li Quji's message.

He used this identity to live in this world for several years, and naturally recognized the feelings between him and his family, and he longed for family reunion in his heart. However, depending on the meaning of Li Quji's letter, if this wish is to be realized, there must be some twists and turns.

However, with the surrender of Fancheng, Li Tai's advantage greatly increased, so he naturally had to take the initiative and not be led by the opponent.

In order to prevent Xiao Qian from thinking that just by pinching him, Li Tai did not receive the Xiangyang envoy in person. Instead, he asked the commander Shi Linghu Yanbao to come forward on his behalf and once again reiterated the fundamental reason for sending troops, so that Xiangyang could I apologize for the offense I caused by sending troops before.

If Xiangyang still refuses to take a position on this, then there will be no need to discuss other issues. After all, Li Tai is also a grown-up child now. It's not a big deal if he can't see me for three days or two. It just depends on whether Xiangyang can afford to delay it.

When the envoy reported this situation to Xiangyang, although King Yueyang was still embarrassed and angry on his face, he was actually a little relieved in his heart.

At this stage of the war, the enemy's troops had already pointed the Han River directly at Xiangyang, and there were unstable factors such as Jingzhao Du's family in the territory. He was already overwhelmed, but the other side still just repeated the previous request. This should be considered extremely Leniency.

However, King Poyang's Northern Expedition was ultimately the intention of the court. If he went beyond the court to apologize to the other party, he would inevitably be impeached and criticized.

In view of the current critical situation and the tough attitude of the opponent, King Yueyang summoned the state officials and the powerful clans in the area to discuss whether to fight or make peace, and finally reached a consensus on peace. Liu Zhongli's brother Liuzhuang served as an envoy and went to northern Han Dynasty to apologize.

The reason why these powerful clan members are used as envoys is of course to share the political risks involved in this matter. These powerful clans in the territory were willing to obey King Yueyang's arrangements, naturally they were forced by the approaching military danger. King Yueyang had initially achieved the intention of using external enemies to check and balance the powerful clans in the country.

When this team of envoys arrived in northern Han Dynasty, Li Tai showed up to receive them in the camp north of Fancheng. He gathered the Jingzhou people in the tent and accepted Xiangyang's apology in public.

The people in Jingzhou were naturally excited when watching this scene. They had been at odds with each other for many years. In addition to disputes over interests, there was also a battle of spirits. Anyone who could outdo each other would be filled with a sense of satisfaction.

They thought that this battle might not yield any results, but they did not expect that they would be able to capture the city, drink the Mahan River, and force Xiangyang to send an envoy to apologize. Even if there are no other gains, this alone is enough to boast to the countryside after withdrawing the troops!

"Mighty you! Victory!"

Someone in the tent had such an idea, and soon someone started shouting in the same way. At first it was only within the big tent, but then it expanded to the military camps outside the tent, and even resounded throughout the entire north bank of the Han River.

When Li Tai heard the shouts of the soldiers, he couldn't help but feel proud in his heart. Looking at the two envoys, including Cai Dabao, who was led to the tent together, they all looked depressed, so he smiled at them in a friendly manner and said: "Both sides can It's all your strength to stop the war and repair it. Please tell King Xiao of your mansion when you return. I know that I shouldn't question King Xiao alone about the past, but since I entered the town, I have seen that people are panicked and the people are uneasy. If they don't rise up, they may die. I have no choice. This is a dangerous plan..."

Several people looked even more bitter when they heard this. You might as well just say that you don't like us and kick us in the face, instead of telling us that you are just trying to scare the monkeys.

"Fortunately, King Xiao is kind-hearted and willing to put aside the past grudges and rebuild the border harmony. I am also deeply moved by this, so I have stopped fighting and will not go forward again, so as not to disturb the people of Hannan. Although the relationship was broken in the past, it will definitely be renewed in the future."

As he spoke, Li Tai stood up, took off his saber and handed it to Cai Dabao, and then said: "God has the virtue of good life, but if the world is not harmonious, who would be so excited that they would fight with their lives? Xiao Xiao The king has a graceful body and a greater mind. Please present this murderous weapon in front of the king, and use the king's peaceful spirit to influence this fierce and stubborn soldier."

Upon seeing this, Cai Dabao quickly raised his hands to hold the saber, leaned down and replied: "I will definitely tell Jun Yayi to tell the king. I hope that from now on, the two sides will discuss the truth and there will be no more exchanges of gold and iron!"

After the official business here was over, the envoy Du An came forward again and asked to discuss the matter of his captured brother Du Youan. Looking at his anxious expression, it was clear that there was deep brotherhood.

Such a trivial matter was not worthy of Li Tai's intervention. His own father was still detained in Xiangyang, so he simply arranged for a disciple to discuss with him the redemption of the captives, while he himself discussed with Cai Dabao how to redeem his father. .

"First of all, I would like to express my gratitude to Prince Xiao and Cai Canjun for their kindness in taking care of my family. The former's family and country were in unrest, which caused his father and son to be separated from each other, leaving me to bear the hatred of unfilial piety. This kindness is so profound that it is difficult to repay it without losing my family!"

After everyone had retreated, Li Tai stood up and bowed deeply to Cai Dabao.

When Cai Dabao saw this, he hurriedly avoided it, and returned the courtesy somewhat hurriedly: "Your words are serious, your grace is refined and your knowledge is rich. Although you are wandering in the world, you have not lost your indifferent ambition. I am fortunate to have benefited a lot from traveling with you." . Even though he helped me with his food and drink, I really don’t dare to boast about his care.”

"There is no need to be humble when joining the army. My father-in-law also taught me that I must repay any kindness I receive. Now in the army, things are not arranged calmly, but great kindness should not be frugal. Now I have a gift book. Please accept it with smiles." "After returning to town, I will send some troops here to present you with gifts within a month. If I don't have enough silk, Cai Shenjun will laugh at me for being ungrateful!"

Li Tai took out a gift list that he had prepared a long time ago and handed it directly to Cai Dabao. However, Cai Dabao kept pushing it away and refused to accept it. He didn't even take a look at it: "Let you know how to repay your kindness and your filial piety is touching." , but the friendship between me and your father is not material, and accepting it hastily would be a loss of friendship..."

Seeing Cai Dabao's reaction, Li Tai couldn't help but lamented that Nanliang was not all profit-seeking people, but he still took the brazier and put the gift list into it and said seriously: "God knows this! Cai Junjun is upright and upright, I You should not defile it with vulgar things, but the world has been uneasy for a long time. There is no shortage of chaos in the north and the south. It is a blessing for the king of the family to get it, and I don’t know how many people have died in a foreign land.

If Cai Canjun is really unwilling to donate the goods to a private door, then I would venture to ask Cai Canjun to use this gift to build a building in Xiangyang City to provide relief to the homeless people living in the city. I will also build a building in Rangcheng to respond. Is Cai Shenjun willing to respond? "

Cai Dabao saw that Li Tai was so kind and could not refuse, and what he proposed was also very meaningful. After thinking for a while, he nodded and said: "The king has a grand vision and a touching sense of loyalty. I am honored to be given the advice and attached to Jiwei. How dare you do that?" decline?"

Li Tai was also very happy to hear that Cai Dabao agreed.

He is a layman who only cares about fame and fortune. It is known from the letter that Cai Dabao cares a lot about him and his father, and he would feel uncomfortable if he did not express his favor. Since Cai Dabao is not greedy for money, he will simply help him become famous. .

By the way, this matter can be used to reconcile the conflicts between the north and the south in Jianghan, so that people will no longer regard each other as a life-or-death enemy. As for him building such a building in Rangcheng, of course it was also to facilitate the recruitment of displaced talents from Nanliang in the future.

"King Yueyang is the grandson of the royal family. He must have nothing to do with me in the world, but I can't do nothing. Return all the garrisons in Xiazuo, Fancheng and other cities that were previously occupied, and rule the land with the whole king!"

Li Tai also talked about his repayment to Yueyang King Xiao Qing, which was also very heroic. He had no intention of stationing troops here, but he proposed to return the lost land without waiting for the other party to say anything, and also planted a hook: "Get this, return here." , It's not polite. This attack made me see that there are many ills in the personnel of your mansion. The stubborn people in the village dare to rely on the village's capital to be arrogant and rude, and seek to get the king. It is really hateful!

These unfaithful and unjust clan traitors need to be punished by everyone. If King Xiao wants to put an end to them, I am willing to send troops to help him and repay his kindness. The thieves will return as soon as they are defeated, and they will not linger to disturb you. Please tell Cai Canjun about this after he returns. I will wait quietly in Mianbei for King Xiao's messenger. "

I posted this on July 1st last year, and today is the one-year anniversary. Thank you all for your support and tolerance. I wish you a happy life and pay attention to heatstroke prevention. . .